The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa at USJ — soak in a rooftop onsen after a full day at the park
Did you know that among all the Official Hotels at Universal Studios Japan, only one lets you soak in an open-air hot spring and use a sauna after dark? That's The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa. This isn't just a bed near the park — it's a recovery destination, built around a 14th-floor Skyspa with city views. If you want to genuinely unwind after a full day on your feet, this is the USJ hotel that actually delivers on that.
The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa stands at 1-1-117 Sakurajima, Konohana-ku, right in the heart of the Universal City area. The hotel is directly connected to Universal-City Station, meaning you walk between station and lobby without stepping outside — no sun, no rain. From the station it's then about a 5-minute walk to the USJ gates. Booking.com guests rate the location a 9.0, reflecting how convenient that arrangement is in practice.
"After a full day at the park we went straight up to the 14th-floor baths and looked out over the city lights — many guests say that was the best moment of the whole trip."
What truly separates The Singulari from every other Official Hotel in the same cluster is the 14th-floor Skyspa, which includes an outdoor open-air bath (rotenburo) and a sauna with panoramic city views. After a long day walking through the park, tired legs and aching feet get proper relief up here. The Skyspa is typically included in the room rate, so there's no extra charge — you just ride the lift up after dinner and the evening is yours.
As an official USJ partner hotel, The Singulari has an in-hotel ticket desk where you can buy park admission and Express Passes without queuing at the gates on the morning of your visit. Some room packages also allow you to bundle an Express Pass directly with your rate. Another thing guests consistently mention is the contemporary Japanese design aesthetic, which stands apart from the cartoon-themed décor at some of its neighbours. This suits couples and adult travellers looking for something more refined.
The Standard Double rooms run about 22–26 sqm — honestly, not large. They work best for two people who plan to spend most of the day in the park and just need a comfortable base to sleep and shower. If you're arriving with a family or three or more people, it's worth looking at Connecting Room options, otherwise the space may feel tight.
The overall score of 8.5 on Booking is worth being straight about — it sits below Oriental Hotel (9.2) and Keihan Universal Tower (9.0) in the same group. The most common reason guests mark it down is the Standard room size relative to the price. That said, guests who make full use of the Skyspa and aren't spending much time indoors consistently say the trade-off is worth it.
A few practical things before you book: during USJ peak periods — Golden Week, national holidays, New Year — prices climb and rooms sell out fast. If you've already locked in your park dates, book accommodation at the same time. And note that Early Entry to the park (access before official opening) is not automatic for all guests; you need to specifically choose a package that includes it.
The bottom line: The Singulari Hotel & Skyspa is the best fit among the USJ Official Hotels for couples or adult travellers who want a contemporary Japanese stay rather than cartoon theming, and who genuinely want to use an onsen to wind down after a big park day. Starting from ¥16,000/night, it earns its place by doing one thing nobody else in the area does — putting a Skyspa right above the theme park.
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ 14th-floor Skyspa with onsen and sauna — unique among USJ hotels
- ✓ Directly connected to Universal-City Station · ~5 min walk to park gates
- ✓ Contemporary Japanese design — distinct from cartoon-themed hotels
- ✓ Official USJ hotel · buy tickets and Express Passes at the in-hotel desk
- ! Standard rooms (~22-26 sqm) are compact — better for couples than large families
- ! Overall score 8.5 is lower than Oriental Hotel or Keihan Tower nearby
- ! Early Entry to the park is not automatic — requires a specific package
- ✓ Skyspa is typically included in the room rate — no extra charge
- ✓ Walk between station and lobby without going outside
- ✓ Location scores 9.0 from real guests
- ✓ Suits couples and adult travellers wanting a relaxed, stylish stay
- ! Prices rise sharply during peak USJ periods and rooms fill fast
- ! Standard rooms are tight — families of 3+ should look at Connecting options
- ! Not overtly cartoon-themed, so young children may prefer Kintetsu next door
- 💡If you're travelling with a large family or young children — Standard rooms (~22-26 sqm) can feel cramped → ask about Connecting Rooms, or compare Hotel Kintetsu / Oriental Hotel which have broader family options.
- 💡If Early Entry to USJ is important to you — it is not included automatically → you need to specifically select a package that states Early Entry is included.
- 💡If you're booking during a peak period (Golden Week, long holidays, New Year) — prices climb and availability drops fast → book accommodation and park tickets together as soon as your dates are set.